But Adams kept her Ukrainian opponent at bay to win a unanimous decision

"I wasn't at my best there but I'll improve as the competition goes on.

“This means everything to me. I came here for a medal, but I always want the gold.”

Although she has not been to any other events - she has been watching with the rest of the Great Britain team in the Olympic village.

“Mo Farah, absolutely fantastic. For him to fall over and still get up and win shows true grit and determination, but that’s what it takes to be a champion. Even when you’re down, you have to find a way to get back up, push on, fight on and win those medals.”